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This conversation is with Andrew Cordssen-David, CEO and co-founder of HeadFirst and a former semi-professional hockey player. Driven by his own experience with concussions, Andrew is working to transform how these injuries are detected and managed through the development of a rapid, saliva-based screening tool designed to help physicians make better sideline decisions. 

We Discuss: 

  • Andrew’s hockey career and personal concussion history 
  • Current diagnostic tests for concussion 
  • Athletes hide concussion symptoms 
  • Concussion pathophysiology 
  • Saliva biomarkers of concussion 
  • Best case use for point of care saliva testing 
  • Bringing the product to market in North America 
  • Advice for athletes dealing with a concussion 

HEADFIRST 

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Audio editing and processing by Wyatt Pavlik

Theme music by Ievgen Poltavskyi from Pixabay

 *Please appreciate that any information discussed is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, always seek the opinion of a physician or qualified healthcare provider.*

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